Freesound
7.7#1 in sound effects librariesFree planFree planAndroidWebAPILinux
VisitFreesound vs The Hollywood Edge
The Hollywood Edge
5.7#28 in sound effects libraries$4,998 one-timeWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Freesound | The Hollywood Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Barcelona, Spain | Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada |
| Licensing | Sound uploaders choose among CC0, CC BY, and CC BY-NC licenses, so commercial use and attribution requirements depend on the sound’s license. | Sound Ideas describes the complete library’s sound effects as royalty free. |
Freesound plans
- FreeFree
The Hollywood Edge plans
- Hollywood Edge Complete Sound Effects Library Hard Drive$4,998, paid once
Pick Freesound if…
Freesound suits creators looking for individually licensed audio material or community members who want to share sounds. Developers and institutions may also find its API or data-pack options relevant, subject to their access terms.
Pick The Hollywood Edge if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.